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Department

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs computed tomographic (CT) examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that entail application of ionizing radiation; therefore, prudent judgment, strong technical skills, and commitment to patient safety are considered requisite professional characteristics for individuals assuming the position as a CT technologist.


Essential Functions:

• Achieve clinical competency within advanced imaging techniques of Computed Tomography
  * To include 3D Gout, 3D Cartilage, Cardiac Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA)
  * Proficient in all clinical roles and competencies within Computed Tomography, perform any study as needed
  * Complete a par level of studies to ensure retention of clinical competencies
  (30%)
• Maintain superuser status of Syngo and 3D reconstruction software.
  * Responsible for troubleshooting and utilizing Syngo independently
  * Responsible for performing 3D reconstructions from outside hospital imaging
  (25%)
• Advanced IV placement
  * Utilize Ultrasound guidance for IV placement
  * Pediatric IV placement
  (10%)
• Complete high level PACS duties
  * Assess and correct issues on the admins list within PACS
  * Assess and ensure reports are accurate and available in the appropriate location
  * Resolves and corrects real time issues that involve PACS
  (10%)
• Leadership and team growth
  * Steps into leading others as needed
  * Assess and prioritize imaging needs within Computed Tomography
  * Educates the level I staff members to elevate them to level II clinical status
  * Directly supervises staff members in the cross training program
  (25%)

Education:

• Associate's Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years 1 year of professional work experience in performing CT imaging studies. Required

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
• RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required and
• RTCT-RT Computed Tomography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate CT equipment and related technology.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients.
• Demonstrated technical skill sets in the performance of CT studies.
• Demonstrable interpersonal skill sets that lead to effective communication and collaborations.
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for CT imaging studies.
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
• Ability to consistently produce quality images of various anatomical structures.

Shift

Work Type

Salary

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion